Thorndale, an estate established in 1787 by William Thorne, is located on the north side of Route 44, just west of its intersection with Franklin Avenue and south of the Village of Millbrook.

Written by

Anthony P. Musso
| For the Poughkeepsie Journal

Located on the north side of Route 44, just west of its intersection with Franklin Avenue and south of the Village of Millbrook, sits Thorndale, an estate established in 1787 by William Thorne. Throughout their residency in Millbrook the Thorne family's generosity has touched virtually every facet of the community.

Isaac and Hannah Thorne were the first family members to settle in Dutchess County, originating in Devonshire, England, and relocating here from Long Island in 1725. Soon after, other family members followed the couple to Millbrook.